Winnipeg Jets - Colorado Avalanche predictions and free betting tips [24/04/2024]

The second match in the 1/8 finale of the Stanley Cup play-offs between Western Conference rivals is set to kick off. Night hockey enthusiasts are in for a showdown between the Colorado and Winnipeg.

Colorado

The Colorado hockey players participated in 82 official NHL regular season matches in the 2023-2024 season. Colorado had 82 matches under their belt and gathered 107 points. This lead them to secure the 4th place in the Western Conference League table. Throughout the season of 2023-2024, the Colorado squad made a name for themselves with good results, gaining a lofty position in the league table and kindling hopes of performing well in the Stanley Cup playoffs. At the end of 82 regular season matches, Colorado claimed 4th place in the Western Conference league table, trailing only Vancouver, Winnipeg and Dallas.

Colorado aspired to even win the Western Conference, but their competitors were stronger and more consistent over the long league distance. In the Stanley Cup playoffs, Colorado faced off against Winnipeg, giving everyone a taste of one of the finest stage matches. The two teams scored 13 goals combined, with Winnipeg emerging victorious from this goal fest. The Colorado squad played excellently and did not deserve to lose, however, their determination fell short of rallying for a comeback. The original match was lost with a score of 7:6.

Winnipeg

The Winnipeg club competed in 82 official NHL regular season matches in the 2023-2024 season. Over 82 matches, Winnipeg was able to tally up 110 points, propelling them to the 2nd position in the Western Conference League table. In the 2023-2024 season, the Winnipeg hockey players were one of the leading forces in the Western Conference as evidenced by their 2nd position finish in the regular season. At the end of 82 matches, Winnipeg held on to the 2nd spot, only falling behind Dallas, who were arguably luckier, but certainly not stronger.

The gap between Winnipeg and Dallas was a mere 3 points, underlining once more Winnipeg's caliber as one of the top teams in the Eastern Conference. In the first Stanley Cup playoff match, Winnipeg took on Colorado and realized that an easy victory in the initial elimination matches was not on the cards. The rivals who were ranked lower in the regular season, put up a fight against Winnipeg and kept them on their nerves. Winnipeg who was known for its defence all regular season and allowed the fewest goals in the West, conceded 7 goals in its own net. The first match showed Winnipeg that they need to take Colorado more seriously.

Head-to-Head Meetings

Colorado and Winnipeg have faced off in a total of 45 matches. Winnipeg has come out on top in 24 of these, while Colorado has triumphed in 21.

Total Forecast

Winnipeg's ITO will be greater than 2 goals scored.

Forecast

Winnipeg will win in regular time. The first match showed what would happen with Winnipeg if they underestimated Colorado. If the first time everything went well, the second time could result in a loss. Most likely, in the second match Winnipeg will play more disciplined and win by a margin of 2-3 goals.